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10/05/22 • 49 min
Michael’s in his element this week as we dive into quantum physics! We’re getting our teeth into the history of cosmology, exploring the inflation of the universe and we’re doing our best to explain what the multiverse is. Strap in guys, this one is pretty mind blowing!
Special thanks to today’s expert, Laura Mersini-Houghton.
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05/17/23 • 36 min
It’s easy to get very excited about nuclear fusion - but are we all getting ahead of ourselves? This week, Michael explains the basics of nuclear fusion, why the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) has been disastrous and what we’ve actually managed to achieve with nuclear fusion so far. We also take a look at whether nuclear fusion is a wise investment and we consider whether our money could be better spent on other energy sources!
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05/10/23 • 59 min
This week we’re on a mission to understand phobias, manias and obsessions! We look at where our phobias come from, how people use obsessions as a coping mechanism and how you define a phobia. We also find out about a fascinating case of ‘dancing mania’, we consider the evolutionary purpose behind phobias and we look at how our fears have changed over time.
Special thanks to today's expert, Kate Summerscale.
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Why do we need leaders?
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05/03/23 • 57 min
With the coronation just around the corner, we’ve decided to dig into the science behind leadership. We examine the history of leadership and how events like WWI have had an impact on our relationship with leaders. We also look at what personality traits make a good leader and we find out whether society is evolving beyond the need for leadership...
Special thanks to today’s expert, Professor André Spicer.
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04/26/23 • 42 min
Prepare to get your head in a spin this week, as we have a go at cracking one of science’s greatest enigmas: consciousness. We delve into the complexities of what it means to be conscious, we explore the history of our understanding of consciousness and we look at some mind-blowing ways that it can be manipulated!
Special thanks to today’s expert, Professor Anil Seth.
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04/19/23 • 45 min
This week, we take a closer look at the fascinating world of astrology and consider how it has managed to maintain its popularity in the age of science. We find out how astrology historically interacted with science, why decision fatigue can make it so appealing and how some businesses use astrology to make choices. Michael also shares a fascinating way that the month you are born CAN have an impact on your life (with some scientific evidence to back it up) and we find out whether astrology is actually doing anyone any harm...
Special thanks to today's expert, Mystic Michael.
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What makes a great father?
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04/12/23 • 45 min
Rick has recently become a father, so this week we are on a mission to make him the best parent possible. We get some advice on the best ways to bond with a child and we look at how the role of fathers has evolved throughout history. We also look into the benefits of having a good father and we take a look at the fascinating ways your brain and hormones change when you become a Dad!
Special thanks to today’s expert, Anna Machin.
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02/22/23 • 33 min
This week, we want to introduce you to one of our favourite podcasts: The Luke and Pete Show. Join Luke Moore and Pete Donaldson for an unplanned half an hour every Monday and Thursday where they talk about just about anything, from UFOs, to AI and Ancient History. In this episode, Pete recounts a story from his holiday, where he came face to face with death and Luke rejoices about some American bin men.
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04/05/23 • 53 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does Eureka! have?
Eureka! currently has 63 episodes available.
What topics does Eureka! cover?
The podcast is about Sociology, Computer Science, Life Sciences, Genetics, Mathematics, Neuroscience, Psychology, Astronomy, Natural Sciences, Chemistry, Climate Change, Podcasts, Technology, Science, Physics and Biology.
What is the most popular episode on Eureka!?
The episode title 'Will we ever use nuclear fusion power?' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Eureka!?
The average episode length on Eureka! is 45 minutes.
How often are episodes of Eureka! released?
Episodes of Eureka! are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Eureka!?
The first episode of Eureka! was released on Mar 2, 2022.
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